The The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) for COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing. According to the documents, employers must comply with most provisions by 30 days after the date of publication in the Federal Register. Employers must comply with the testing requirements by 60 days after the date of publication in the Federal Register.

MAPEI Inc. announces the expansion of its Laval facility with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,750-square-foot (4715-m²) powder-production plant and distribution facility. 

A 15-week Internship Resource Bundle is now available in the Natural Stone University. These resources, developed by Women in Stone, are ideal for students pursuing a degree in architecture, landscape architecture or interior design.

Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, announced registration details and the webinar schedule for the fifth installment of Coverings Connected. The digital experience will feature three learning sessions and is scheduled to take place November 17th, 2021, hosted on Coverings’ website. 

The Stone Equipment and Supply Alliance has expanded its membership categories to include slab and material providers and manufacturers.  The new category of membership will be called “SESA Slab and Material Supplier” 

Global Surface Manufacturer Shares Vision to Create Greener, Safer Future for Employees, Customers, Partners and Communities-At-Large

Three International Delegation Tours and an NKBA Global Connect Pavilion

Members of the stone industry once again came together at a Stone Summit, organized by Stone World in partnership with the Natural Stone Industry.

Portobello Group, a leading producer of porcelain and ceramic tile in Brazil, announces the beginning of construction of its U.S. factory in Baxter, TN.

Terraçade is available from Glen-Gery Corporation, a part of Brickworks Limited of Australia. The product is the first-ever ceramic facade cladding system designed and created to appeal to both creative and practical applications.